MARCH 1981 P H Y S I O T H E R A P Y 21 BOOK REVIEWS G U ID E TO GENETIC DISORDERS The Guide comprises an attractive and practical ring binder containing individually bound English/Afrikaans articles on genetic disorders and related aspects. Some titles in preparation are Downs Syndrome, Hyperlipi- daemia, Porphyria, Prenatal Diagnosis and others. As articles are released they will be sent to all addresses on the mailing list. Genetic Services have recently been established as part of general health care and the G uide forms an invaluable source of reference for all health profes­ sionals. In addition, individual copies of any article can be ordered for families with particular needs. Available, free of charge from: Department of Health, Welfare and Pensions, Private Bag X63, Pre­ toria 0001. r The Australian Journal of Physiotherapy Paediatric M onograph (1979). Edited by Yvonne Bums. M el­ bourne. Following the first N ational Paediatric Physiotherapy Seminar in Canberra, Australia, it was decided to publish the papers presented at the seminar as a contribution to the International Year of the Child. The resulting Monograph covers a wide variety of subjects from “Aspects of normal and abnormal human development” to “ Parents as teachers of the handicapped” . The general theme of meeting — the needs of the child and his family — is apparent throughout. Other topics are related to research and clinical studies, for example a diagnostically based sensory motor programme in a Subnormal School showed significant gains in motor performance, body awareness and postural reactions in a group of moderately retarded children. Practical aspects of paediatrics and treatm ent sugges­ tions are well covered, particularly in the field of orthopaedic surgery for spinal deformities and cerebral palsy. All in all a useful book for those involved with the treatment of children and of interest to all physiothera­ pists. A. M, Rogers Health Promoting Movement. Free from Department of Health. This bilingual booklet is simply written and illustrated. The sketches are almost all self-explanatory, and the content covers a wide range of activities. There is a brief reminder regarding diet, and many well placed warnings with regard to preventing injury and other complications. For those who hate exercise but know they should do something to improve their health this book should be helpful. For those who begin to enjoy exercise and wish to follow a plan and measure im­ provement the programmes suggested will be welcomed. Physiotherapists might find it useful as a reference for patients who have no knowledge at all. H. P. Maree THE DOW N’S SYNDROME ASSOCIATION (Tvl) (Under the auspices of SAIDA) This new Association will be publishing a newsletter about every two months. Interested persons and organi­ sations can obtain more information about membership and the newsletter from P.O. Box 221, Wendywood, 2144. ERRATA December issue. T he management of very young children with pulmonary disorders. On p. 101 Nebulisa- tion, first sentence should read: An inhalation of Ventolin (Salbutamol) 0,5 ml, Bisolvon 2 ml m ade up to 10 ml with natural saline . . . On p. 102, References No. 5 should re a d : Waring, W. W. (1972). Diagnostic , + therapeutic procedures in pulmonary disorders. E. Kendig, E. L. . . . PHYSIOTHERAPY BIBLIOGRAPHY M ajor articles appearing in a six month period in the six major English-speaking physiotherapy journals, will be indexed. The journals covered are: Physiotherapy, Physical Therapy, Australian Journal of Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy Canada, New Zealand Journal of Physio­ therapy and South African Journal of Physiotherapy. Further details available from: Mrs Valerie Heap, Health Services Research Unit, The University of Kent at C an­ terbury, Canterbury, KENT, CT2, 7NF, England. MISS M. I. V. M A N N, M.B.E., M.C.S.P., Dip. TP It is proposed to set up a Fund in memory of Miss M argaret I. V. Mann, former Principal of the School of Physiotherapy and Head of the Department of Physio­ therapy, The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, who died on 23rd March 1980. Former students and staff are invited to send donations to: The Royal Bank of Scotland, Royal Infirmary Branch, 1 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh. EH 3 9YW. By credit transfer — code number 83-19-39. Account number 00203520. ARE YOU LEGALLY EMPLOYED? T he Society wishes to draw the attention of all mem­ bers to Government notice No. R1839 of Sept. 1977, Rule 8 (Covering) (3) which states that a registered physiotherapist may not be in partnership with or employed by anybody except another registered physio­ therapist or a specialist in Physical Medicine (who was registered as such before 1 January 1980.) This does not apply to any State hospital or institu­ tion or a Provincial or Local Authority, or the South African Chamber of Mines. Other institutions should be specially approved by the Professional Board and the Medical Council for the purposes of employment of registered physiotherapists. Such approved institutions to date are: 1. The Board for Public Resorts (Tvl) and 2. all training institutions for physiotherapists. IF YOUR EM PLOYER IS NOT LISTED ABOVE PLEASE INFORM T H E G ENERAL SECRETARY, SASP, P.O. BOX 11151, JOHANNESBURG 2000. No steps will be taken against you. It is suggested that you request your employer to apply for approval to the REGISTRAR, PROFESSIONAL BOARD FOR PHYSIOTHERAPY, P.O. BOX 205, PRETORIA. 0001. INTERN A TIO N A L CONFERENCE The First International Conference of Kinesiotherapy and Re-Education, with emphasis on Special Techniques will be held in Toulouse, France 2 6 - 2 9 M arch 1981. F urther details from S. Romain, I.N.R.R.E.K., 13 Ren6 Fonquerne, 31200 TOULOUSE — FRANCE. R ep ro du ce d by S ab in et G at ew ay u nd er li ce nc e gr an te d by th e P ub lis he r (d at ed 2 01 3. )